I must say the bread usually tastes more fresh but this time it wasn't as much. Still enjoyed my…read moresimple sandwich. I ordered the tom turkey. They didn't put enough garlic spread so I would ask for extra next time.

Wanted to try this place since I was already nearby, but unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed…read morewith the French dip. The flavor was okay at first, but as I got toward the middle of the sandwich, I noticed the meat was actually cold. I'm not sure how it was heated, but it definitely didn't seem like it was warmed through properly. The au jus was also disappointing and had an almost burnt taste to it, which made it hard to enjoy the rest of the sandwich. Sadly, I don't think I'd come back based on my experience.

Fellow Blossom Valley Yelpers, we didn't lose a BBQ spot! Armadillo Willy's on Santa Teresa Blvd…read moreclosed down, but someone revived the place! In short, it's an upgrade. FOOD (Brisket and St. Louis-Style Ribs) I got the brisket and asked for it to be fatty. It was as good as some Texas brisket, and I don't give that comparison lightly. I'm very serious about Texas BBQ. I'm also realistic because Texas-level BBQ is achievable by Californians, but only if they put the time and love into it. Currently (07-24-2026), this brisket has it. The true test is whether it still has it in July 2027. I also had the St. Louis-style barbecue ribs. I wouldn't give them the Texas star of approval, but they're upper-tier California barbecue. That's very respectable, in my opinion. My sides were Caesar salad and coleslaw. Both were fresh and held up to what you want and expect from both. The coleslaw has that expected sweetness, and the salad didn't have a single wilted lettuce leaf. The general feeling I got from Empire BBQ was that they have a strong food-handling system in place. Having fresh salad leaves is a small but sure sign of that. DESSERTS Under the radar, this place is killing it with its dessert selection. Whoever put together the dessert menu must've had fun doing it. I didn't have room to eat any, but boy do I plan to. I won't comment on them, but I added photos of each one, minus their bread pudding which wasn't in the display case. SERVICE Excellent, helpful, and kind. The person who helped me was knowledgeable about the ingredients used and the pricing, making sure I got what I wanted in a way that made sense with the meat combinations and sides. Even the chef went and checked the ingredients so one of my questions could be answered. AMBIANCE I came at around 1 p.m. on Friday, and it was a great setting to watch sports, hear old rock music in the background, and take in the BBQ smells. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I give Empire Armadillo BBQ 5 stars. This is a must-try, with so many more menu items (especially the desserts) that I look forward to trying!

I really wanted to love this - we'd been to Armadillo Willy's many times over the years, and I love…read morenothing more than good Jewish deli action... but this ain't it. Service was completely overwhelmed on Sunday (Father's Day) and it took a long time to order and then a very long time to get our food. They ran out of fries (wha?) and the cashier said we could get sweet potato fries instead, but didn't mention the upcharge until I asked. Gee, thanks. I'll jump right to the food though. I love pastrami and I love corned beef. I had checked out the photos here on Yelp before we went, and it looked like it had potential. I don't know what went wrong on our visit. I got the Fresser, which has both of those meats. My sandwich did indeed have two meats on it, but both were incredibly bland. One meat - I think maybe the corned beef? - was sliced paper thin (which can be fine - my beloved Manny's Deli in Chicago does it thin) - but this was for some reason then griddled? It was SO DRY - kiddo remarked it was crispier than the bacon we had at breakfast. No flavor to it at all either. The other meat was a little thicker, and so it was juicer, but if it was the pastrami, I apparently didn't get any slices which had the pastrami seasoning on it. The portions were also skimpy. The kitchen was completely slammed and tables sat with empty plates on them for most of our meal (which was really annoying as folks were moving them from table to table to try to clear spots for their groups). All in all, I should've just waited for a lunch at Gunther's to fill that pastrami need!

amazing food decent prices…read more lovely staff (s/o Yajaira) for helping me sign up for the app allows dogs on patio heat lamps shade cloth and roller shades good beer nice music amazing food pretty good rewards program You bet I will be back

I gave this place two chances and they failed both, miserably…read more 1st time was a to-go order. They mixed up the order. Two patties were almost raw! 2nd time we dined in and customer service from the lady who took our order was very short with us. The beer was warm and the manager was not eager to make it right. He argued about the temp and said lines were flushed but should be cold. My wife ordered well done and I ordered medium. Hers was very pink and mine was overcooked. It's overpriced and terrible service. Try 6th street burger downtown!

I've been here a handful of times and sadly I apparently forgot to write a review!! Everything they…read morehave here is simply delicious!! Funniest thing is, I actually don't like eggs!! Hahaha although I loved their classic with added on avocado, and the egg was so light and fluffy, but the sauce is in the avocado, gave it such great flavor I didn't even care!! My three-year-old niece loved her classic sandwich without the sauce since she's three and she can't have too many flavors. Lol but she really liked the dirty Tots!! Hee My aunt truly loved the coconut water Matcha drink so I actually came back and got her a second one! Funniest thing is, my aunt doesn't like Matcha, but she loved how there was fresh coconut inside and how they're Matcha didn't taste grainy or like grass. Lol. Service was incredibly quick, but it is a little squished when you are standing in line so I waited outside for my takeout food. This is such a great location though!

I have been to their location in Santa Cruz some years ago, so I was excited to see this pop up in…read moremy neighborhood. This is in a busy complex where the parking lot is always a bit of a disaster. I did go early on a Saturday so it wasn't too bad. There are both outside and inside tables, and plenty of people hanging out and enjoying their breakfast. I didn't love the avo & tomato sandwich, I think because it has a fried egg and not the fluffy scrambled eggs, so the egg kind of disappears and most of what you taste is the bun. The tater tots were fantastic though, as was the special coffee with vanilla. I think I'd go back to make sure I order something with the fluffier eggs. The staff was very nice and also hard working. The food came out fresh and quickly!

This was a great place. Great sandwiches, very nice owners. Just a great place to go. Very sad it…read moreclosed down. I hope they just moved because I'll follow them if they did.

it was okay inside, the outside is a little grim, but that's true of that whole strip mall…read more The sandwiches are named fore celebrities and such, which is cute, but partner was not impressed with his, it was middling to fair, and overpriced for what he got. I had a build your own, and I would have to agree with him on the value. The employees were friendly and service was quick, but it was too pricey for our budget and we feel like we could have splurged someplace else and gotten more for our money.

This Jersey Mike's is a smallish store with the classic fast-food layout. There's a long counter…read morewhere you can place your order and watch your sandwich being made. The menu is clear and visible. Everything looked clean and well-kept. The staff was friendly and helpful. I ordered the "Famous Philly" - my friend ordered the "Club Supreme." We both got chips and soft drinks. Here's the thing about Jersey Mike's, if you haven't been there. They have a slicer, and the meat and cheese are sliced fresh for each order. The bread is baked fresh on the premises. The sandwiches were really tasty. Honestly, if I were going just for a cheesesteak, I'd probably go to Amato's, but for a nice selection of sandwiches, this is a great option. For a fast, tasty meal with fresh ingredients, I highly recommend this location.

September 15, 2026 and I came in for a late lunch…read more The rosemary bread was absolutely delicious!! But the turkey on my sandwich tasted like Jr high school turkey loaf, cheap and nasty! Then I still cannot believe what I saw. A gentleman came in and met up with somebody who was already there which sounds innocent enough, right? The gentleman that came in had a very young puppy with him that was cute and full of energy, but at the same time and faithful to that gentleman. Innocent enough? But then the dog was allowed to walk on top of the table and an employee brought over food in a to go container for the dog... They obviously knew each other. Unbelievably as the dog walked around in the restaurant it peed underneath of the table of a couple seated next to them!! Unbelievably disgusting!!!! Before I departed I went into the bathroom. The toilet paper was sitting on top of the dispenser and the paper towels for wiping your hands after washing was sitting on top of the dispenser. Thankfully, the soap dispenser worked. I can only imagine the poor quality/unhygienic the rest of the places is... the bathroom was disastrous. The restaurant allows people in with a puppy, and the puppy pees on the floor and nobody pays attention... Additionally, I never saw anybody clean a table top in there and keep in mind that dog was walking on top of one of the tables. I will never go back!! And I suggest you do not eat there!!!

Always on my list to stop by whenever I'm in San Jose…read more The bread has a soft/fluffy interior with a crunchy exterior. They don't skimp on the portions of meat or pate in the cold cut banh mi. There is an option to upgrade the bread for an additional charge to garlic bread. I think the flavor of the pate in this specific sandwich overpowers the garlic bread that the taste is not as prominent. There is a deal for buy 4 large sandwiches get one free. If you opt for veggies on the side for multiple sandwiches, they package all the veggies in one bag instead of separate portions. It still tastes great airfried or toasted a few days after!

One of the more popular banh mi spots, and I can see why! Although there were a lot of people, the…read moreline to order was quick and the other half were waiting for their orders outside. There is a handy screen that shows when your order number is ready. I got the garlic bread baguette but I didn't taste a huge difference. The sandwich was flavorful enough so don't think it needs to be extra oily.

Random drop by to order a few of my favorite sandwiches "the Chris Combo" & what do you know! I…read moreended up with sandwich #20,000 made of the Chris Combo!! What were the odds since it has been nearly 2 years since having it! I love this sandwich

Hands down the best place for food if I was stuck on an island for the rest of my life, all id…read morewant to eat is everything la villa has to offer always a great welcoming from the staff, service that exceeds 3 Michelin star or any Michelin star restaurant on the planet and the decor and ambiance lets you know youre going to have the best meal of your life Get the Chris combo, if you know, you know, and if you don't, you best start knowing The raviolis and the Chris combo Sando are the perfect meal

On a Roll…read more Family-owned deli that's been in business for almost as long as I've been alive (ca. 1979) and serves up maybe the best deli sandwiches in the South Bay. While I do love just about any and every type of food, there's always been something about a good deli sandwich that brings me back to childhood and my uncle's old delicatessen. I've even gone so far as to institute a "Sandwich Friday" for our weekday dinners, and as of late, we've been going to Zanotto's Willow Glen, as it's on my route home from work, but the other day we changed things up and came to the Sandwich Mill--and boy, I'd forgotten how great this place is! But to keep things fair, I decided to do a sandwich-off and see whose sammy reigns supreme--allez cuisine! Bread: This might be the most important part of the sammich, in my opinion, and The Mill beats the shit out of Zanotto's on this one. Their bread is so soft and fresh, like a pillow that's been in the dryer. While Zanotto's breads, despite how busy they always are, always seem old and stale. Also, The Mill has a croissant option! Winner: Sandwich Mill Toppings: Pretty standard across the board, as both have a variety of mustard, sauces, and the usual cavalcade of classic sammy toppings (e.g., pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, etc.). Winner: Draw Meat: Zanotto's has a larger selection of deli meats, including prosciutto, but The Mill has Italian sausage and meatballs. Winner: Draw Cheese: The Mill just has a small handful of classic cheeses to choose from, while Zanotto's has a bevy of classics as well as some exotic stuff like Hatch Chili Cheddar, Smoky Cheddar, and Horseradish Cheddar, to name a few. Winner: Zanotto's Ordering: Zanotto's doesn't have an online portal, unless you use DoorDash, but then it only connects to the Rose Garden location, which is way across town for us Cambrian residents. Plus, DD equals paying extra $, while The Mill has a really easy-to-use website where the price you see is what you'd pay in-store. Winner: The Sandwich Mill Accouterments: Zanotto's has a whole grocery store of stuff you can buy, including beer and a giant selection of crisps. While The Mill only has a small selection of crisps. Winner: Zanotto's Price: Zanotto's sandwiches are $14/ea, while you can get a regular for $10 or a large for $14 at The Mill. Pro Tip: If you like wraps, The Mill's wraps are easily twice the size of Zanotto's and for $5 less! Winner: The Sandwich Mill Ambiance: Zanotto's parking lot sucks and it sometimes takes forever--especially on weekends!--to get your sandwich thanks to their lack of online ordering. At The Mill you place your order online and by the time you arrive it's ready for you. Easy in. Easy out. Winner: The Sandwich Mill **DING DING DING DING** Conclusion: It was a tough battle, but The Mill comes out on top with a decisive final score of 4-2-2. While Zanotto's is still a damn, fine place to get a sammy, I think we'll stick to The Mill from now on.

First timer here! I ordered online for the family to pick up on the way home from work. I had…read moreplaced the order around noon to pick up at 5. It wasn't ready when I got there but not big deal, they made them right away. I found these to be legit sandwiches. Authentic deli style which is rare on this side of town. The couple were accommodating and quirky, definitely a mom and pop place. I would for sure go back .

I really enjoy the presentation of both the food and drinks here--everything looks beautiful and…read morethoughtfully prepared. They have matcha lattes, which are one of my favorite drinks, and a nice selection of coffee and teas. The food is very good too, with plenty of choices for breakfast, including breakfast bowls, yogurt parfaits, pastries, and breakfast burritos. They also have lunch options, so it's a great spot whether you're stopping by for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Definitely a cute place to enjoy a good meal and a matcha latte!

Since we moved to the Bay area, we've been searching for the best breakfast burritos near home…read more Morning Lobby may have ended our search. Their birria burritos are absolute heaven, and somehow they're even better the next day if you manage to have leftovers. It's so delicious that we've never ordered anything else. The proportions of meat and egg are perfect. Flavors melt together, and they have two delicious homemade salsas. They don't take reservations, but they seem to have their ordering and seating system down to maximum efficiency. You stand in line to order, but then someone helps you find seating for your party. We've never had a long wait, even for Sunday brunch. Ambiance is good; they've really done their best to make their charmless strip mall location feel like something nicer. But at the end of the day, you are still in a charmless strip mall.